1973 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 12 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 12 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
